"It is with deep sadness that I learned of the untimely death of the Mayor of Famagusta and former Speaker of Parliament, Alexis Galanou, a dear friend," said in a written statement the President of the Republic Nikos Anastasiadis, saying that Alexis Galanos was a distinguished Cypriot politician. who in his long parliamentary presence that culminated with the Presidency of the Parliament, was always straightforward and militant, based on his love for the homeland.
"Alexis Galanos was rightly appreciated, not only among his voters, but also among the general public," added the President, Nikos Anastasiadis, noting that in recent years, from the position of Mayor of Famagusta, he has shown devotion and leaves as a legacy. , the persistent effort to return his beloved city, and to resolve the Cyprus issue.
"On behalf of the Government and myself, I express my sincere condolences to his wife Alexandra and the entire family of the deceased."
The Speaker of the Parliament expressed his shock and deep sorrow for the untimely death of the former Mayor of Famagusta and former Speaker of the House of Representatives Alexis Galanou, in a Twitter message. Dimitris Syllouris expressed his sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.